In Short : ReNew Power has partnered with Akshaya Patra Foundation to power its kitchens with solar energy. This collaboration aims to reduce the foundation’s carbon footprint while providing sustainable energy for its meal distribution program. The initiative aligns with ReNew Power’s commitment to promoting clean energy solutions, supporting Akshaya Patra’s efforts to provide nutritious meals to underserved communities across India.
In Detail : ReNew, a leader in renewable energy, is set to install solar power systems in Akshaya Patra Foundation’s kitchens, furthering environmental sustainability initiatives across India. According to its co-founder Vaishali Nigam Sinha, the company will invest around ₹2 crore to solarize these kitchens, with project completion expected within two months of commencement.
The initiative, led by the ReNew Foundation under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), will focus initially on kitchens in Uttar Pradesh, including facilities in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Vrindavan, Mant, Barsana, and Lucknow, with new kitchens being developed in Gorakhpur, Agra, and Kanpur.
Akshaya Patra has also requested solar installations for its Lucknow and Kanpur kitchens. Sinha highlighted that each solar installation could save ₹10-12 lakh annually in electricity costs per kitchen, enabling the Foundation to serve an additional 1.25 lakh meals to children every year over the next two decades. It will also maintain these solar systems for 20 years, ensuring sustained savings and impact.
Sinha emphasized it’s commitment to making a meaningful, lasting impact by using renewable energy expertise to uplift communities. Akshaya Patra, a non-profit organization and partner in the government’s ‘PM Poshan Abhiyaan,’ has been serving mid-day meals to underserved school children since 2000, supporting both education and nutrition.
The company, also known as ReNew Power, is a leading renewable energy company in India and one of the largest in the world by installed capacity. Founded in 2011, it has grown to become a key player in India’s energy transition with an impressive portfolio exceeding 15 GW of renewable projects, including wind, solar, and emerging technologies like hybrid projects and green hydrogen.
The company focuses on delivering clean energy solutions to meet both industrial and residential needs, leveraging its diverse asset base and advanced tech integration to optimize energy production and storage
It’s growth strategy includes both organic expansions and strategic acquisitions, allowing it to rapidly scale in a market that increasingly prioritizes sustainable energy. The company also became publicly traded in 2021 after a merger with RMG Acquisition Corporation II, marking a significant milestone for an Indian renewables company on an international stage.
By actively partnering with global firms and investing in AI-powered management systems, ReNew is positioned to continue driving the decarbonization of India’s power sector while contributing to global sustainability goals.
